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Crawfish Stuffed Peppers
Easter has just passed, which this year corresponds with my first crawfish boil of the year. So I thought why not add 2 more crawfish...

Tommy Centola
Apr 9, 20181 min read


Drago’s Oyster Pasta
Drago’s is known as the creator of Chargrilled Oysters. However, long before this creation, oysters have always been featured prominently...

Tommy Centola
Mar 1, 20181 min read


Acme’s Sherried Oysters
Since oysters are really good right now, how about 2 more oyster recipes? These recipes are from restaurants who know a few things about...

Tommy Centola
Feb 26, 20181 min read


Oysters en Brochette from Galatoire’s
One of my favorite restaurants in the French Quarter is Galatoire’s. I remember my mother bringing my brother and sister there at a young...

Tommy Centola
Feb 22, 20182 min read


Chargrilled Oysters from Acme Oyster House
The world’s mine oyster according to Falstaff in Shakespeare’s play The Merry Wives of Windsor. Of course in New Orleans, we know all...

Tommy Centola
Feb 19, 20181 min read


Oysters Bordelasie from Drago’s Restaurant
If raw oysters is not your style, here is a baked oyster recipe from a man who knows a little something about oysters, Tommy Cvitanovich....

Tommy Centola
Feb 1, 20181 min read


Oh, Momma! Oysters from Frank Davis
Now is a great time for oysters. This past Friday, I opened my first oysters here in Arkansas. I have ordered fresh oysters in the shell...

Tommy Centola
Jan 29, 20181 min read


Cream of Oyster and Artichoke Soup from Marcelle Beinvenu
Here is Marcelle’s take on a classic New Orleans soup. 1 stick Butter 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon All-purpose Flour 3/4 cup Onions, chopped...

Tommy Centola
Jan 18, 20181 min read


Oyster Casserole from Marcelle Bienvenu
I am surprised that I have not included more recipes from Marcelle Bienvenu. For over 30 years, she has been sharing her South Louisiana...

Tommy Centola
Jan 15, 20181 min read


Lobster and Crabmeat Cheesecake
One of my families Christmas traditions was how we would open presents. Since I have a large family, this could take hours. To pass the...

Tommy Centola
Dec 11, 20171 min read


Frank’s Chunky Italian Seafood and Noodle Gumbo
Since today is National Gumbo Day, here is a different spin on gumbo from Frank Davis 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 2 cups Onion,...

Tommy Centola
Oct 12, 20172 min read


Stuffed Pork Chops with Southern Comfort Sauce from Woodland Plantation
This week, I will feature two recipes from the plantations that surround New Orleans. The first one is located down Highway 23 in West...

Tommy Centola
Sep 18, 20172 min read


Shrimp Salsa
Football season is here. Time to start tailgating. The only thing you need when planning a tailgating menu is your imagination. This...

Tommy Centola
Sep 11, 20171 min read
Smothered Okra with Shrimp and Andouille
Orka is a staple in Louisiana Cooking. This vegetable is a must in seafood gumbo. This week two recipes, one with meat and one...

Tommy Centola
Aug 28, 20171 min read
Barbecued Grilled Shrimp Louisiana-Style
This recipe is closer to the name than the BBQ Shrimp most people are used to eating. There is actually BBQ sauce in the recipe. 1 1/2...

Tommy Centola
Aug 24, 20171 min read
Grilled Margarita Shrimp
Labor Day is quickly approaching. This unofficial last day of summer is a great excuse to crank up the grill for a big cookout. So for...

Tommy Centola
Aug 21, 20171 min read
Crab Rolls
All along the New England coast, you will find the Lobster Roll. As good as they are, you can easily substitute crabmeat for the lobster....

Tommy Centola
Jul 13, 20171 min read
Italian Crab Salad from Mosca’s
Crabmeat is an ingredient that is found year round. Blue Crabs are at their peak in the warm summer months. This week I am featuring two...

Tommy Centola
Jul 10, 20171 min read
Crab and Shrimp Lasagna
Garfield the cat loves lasagna. I wonder if he has ever tried a seafood version. I know this would knock his paws off. 2 cups Parmesan...

Tommy Centola
Jun 29, 20172 min read
Louisiana Abita BBQ Shrimp
One of the many things I miss about New Orleans is the fresh seafood. It was easy to drive to Westwego to pick up some fresh shrimp for...

Tommy Centola
Jun 26, 20171 min read
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